Cignus Consulting LLC.
Senior Airport Planner
Location: Austin, Texas (near Austin–Bergstrom International Airport)
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time (on‑site)
Base Pay Range: $95,000.00/yr – $130,000.00/yr
About the Opportunity Cignus Consulting, a leading SBA‑certified aviation consulting firm headquartered in Leesburg, VA, is seeking a Senior Airport Planner to join our Austin team. This opportunity allows you to shape the future of some of the nation’s most complex and dynamic airport systems through innovative planning and analysis. Our work spans airspace optimization, airside/landside planning, terminal design, and strategic master planning for major hub airports and federal agencies. If you’re passionate about solving challenging operational problems and driving airport development forward, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
Lead and manage airport planning and analysis projects from concept through implementation
Develop comprehensive airport master plans that balance operational efficiency with long‑term growth
Prepare conceptual designs, Airport Layout Plans (ALPs), and facility development plans
Conduct demand/capacity analyses and airfield simulation modeling to optimize airport operations
Analyze aviation trends, forecast demand, and assess external factors impacting airport planning
Collaborate directly with airport clients, airlines, air‑traffic control, and regulatory agencies
Support both airside and landside facility planning initiatives
Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development efforts
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aviation, Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field
7+ years of progressive airport planning experience
Strong project management capabilities (PMP certification preferred)
Deep knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars and ICAO/IATA design standards
Exceptional technical writing and client communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with CAD software and airside/terminal simulation tools (AirTOp, SIMMOD, etc.)
Background working on FAA AIP‑funded or federal aviation projects
Business development or proposal writing experience
Additional Information This is a full‑time, on‑site position based near Austin‑Bergstrom International Airport in Austin, Texas.
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Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time (on‑site)
Base Pay Range: $95,000.00/yr – $130,000.00/yr
About the Opportunity Cignus Consulting, a leading SBA‑certified aviation consulting firm headquartered in Leesburg, VA, is seeking a Senior Airport Planner to join our Austin team. This opportunity allows you to shape the future of some of the nation’s most complex and dynamic airport systems through innovative planning and analysis. Our work spans airspace optimization, airside/landside planning, terminal design, and strategic master planning for major hub airports and federal agencies. If you’re passionate about solving challenging operational problems and driving airport development forward, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
Lead and manage airport planning and analysis projects from concept through implementation
Develop comprehensive airport master plans that balance operational efficiency with long‑term growth
Prepare conceptual designs, Airport Layout Plans (ALPs), and facility development plans
Conduct demand/capacity analyses and airfield simulation modeling to optimize airport operations
Analyze aviation trends, forecast demand, and assess external factors impacting airport planning
Collaborate directly with airport clients, airlines, air‑traffic control, and regulatory agencies
Support both airside and landside facility planning initiatives
Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development efforts
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aviation, Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field
7+ years of progressive airport planning experience
Strong project management capabilities (PMP certification preferred)
Deep knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars and ICAO/IATA design standards
Exceptional technical writing and client communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with CAD software and airside/terminal simulation tools (AirTOp, SIMMOD, etc.)
Background working on FAA AIP‑funded or federal aviation projects
Business development or proposal writing experience
Additional Information This is a full‑time, on‑site position based near Austin‑Bergstrom International Airport in Austin, Texas.
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